Diploma in Business (L4)

Course Overview
Course Details
Why Choose This Course?
Course Modules
Entry Requirement

Course Overview

The NCC Level 4 Diploma in Business Course Overview

The new L4 Diploma in Business Diploma provides a valuable diploma qualification in business which progresses students ability to foster a leadership and entrepreneurial mindset.

Throughout the course, you will develop the skills to thrive in a professional environment and explore your career ambitions.

The course will enable you to explore different departmental business specialisms, including marketing, finance, project management, leadership and entrepreneurship, and organisational culture, giving you a well-rounded understanding of how modern businesses operate.

The Level 4 Diploma is designed for learners aged 18 years or over, catering to both University students and adult learners and is ideal for any student wishing to progress their business studies journey.

Provides a pathway to the Level 5 Diploma and greater employment opportunities
Equivalent to the first year of a UK Undergraduate degree

Programme Title	Diploma in Business (L4)
Awarding Body	NCC Education
Level	4
Duration	One Year
Intake	September \| January \| April
Mode of Study	Full-time
Campuses	London \| Manchester
Tuition Fees	Foundation Year: £6,500

Why Study the Diploma in Business at IBC?

IBC is a well established college, with campuses in both Manchester and London. Small class sizes enable focused delivery, support and assessment, and all students will receive tuition from a team of qualified and experienced tutors.

Throughout the course, students will develop the skills to apply their knowledge in real business settings, gaining a thorough understanding of sustainable and ethical business practices, enabling them to make informed and responsible decisions in their future roles. Upon successful completion of the programme, our students will be well-prepared to enter the workforce or to progress onto the Level 5 Diploma in Business here at IBC.

Students at IBC will be supported throughout their progamme with regular tutorials and one to one feedback opportunities. Students will receive academic support in the form of assignment writing assistance and additional academic English tuition where appropriate.

Course Modules

Module	Credits	Learning Outcomes
1. Leadership and Entrepreneurship	10	Evaluate and demonstrate leadership behaviours and communication strategies in entrepreneurial contexts Critically assess the skills, motivations and decision-making approaches of successful entrepreneurs Evaluate leadership strategies for managing innovation, change and organisational improvement Analyse the relationship between vision, strategic direction and motivating others Analyse how corporate responsibility and sustainability can impact leadership
2. Project Management	10	Understand the principles and lifecycle of project management in a business context Apply project management in a corporate responsibility and sustainability context Analyse the principles of corporate responsibility and sustainability projects and events Select and apply project management principles and tools to plan and deliver a corporate responsibility/sustainability project or event Evaluate and report on the outcome of a corporate responsibility/sustainability project or event
3. Corporate Responsibility within Sustainable Business	10	Analyse the concept of corporate responsibility and its relevance in modern business contexts Evaluate the concept of sustainable business and its implications for long-term value creation Understand the principles of corporate responsibility and sustainability in business Apply techniques to develop, implement and monitor a corporate responsibility and sustainability strategy aligned with organisational objectives and stakeholder expectations
4. Understanding Business Finance	20	Assess business finance Analyse the key skills and competencies required to lead and manage the organisational and financial environment Evaluate the interrelated contributions of the key business functions Analyse business and financial data (qualitative and quantitative) Assess academic theories and principles across a range of business contexts, challenges and situations Assess the importance of corporate social responsibility, global citizenship and risk management in contemporary business and financial management Assess a range of accounting and financial techniques and frameworks in real-world business situations Evaluate the various ways a business may be financed
5. Organisational Culture and Collaboration	10	Analyse the concept of organisational culture Identify and explore how organisational culture affects team collaboration Analyse the key principles of effective collaboration Analyse the impact of conflict on team collaboration in culturally diverse teams
6. Business Law	20	Explain different types of business Evaluate the impact of company law in business Analyse the role of contracts in business Assess the need for employment contracts Analyse the role of tort law in business Assess the requirement for consumer protection law in business Assess bankruptcy and debt recovery Assess the need to adhere to international trade law
7. International Business	20	Assess market opportunities for international business growth Analyse the differences in international markets, including cultures, customs and trading challenges Evaluate the potential of an organisation’s product portfolio for international growth and develop a suitable marketing plan Explore logistics and supply chain management options for reliable product distribution Justify the resources required to support market entry Assess the legal, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and ethical challenges of a new market and how they can be addressed Justify the business case for entering an international business opportunity to relevant stakeholders
8. Applying Marketing	20	Demonstrate an understanding of marketing by explaining its core concepts Demonstrate an understanding of business, strategic and marketing planning, and marketing decision-making Demonstrate an understanding of consumer behaviour influences and the need for target market processes Analyse the role of innovation and product development in marketing

Diploma in Business (L4) - Entry Requirements

1 x A level or equivalent

Minimum pass grade in NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business, Extended Diploma in Business or equivalent

Minimum pass in NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma

Non-native English speakers must have IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (or take the NCC Higher English placement test) and ensure they are able to cope with the demands of preparing for and taking the Level 4 Diploma in English.

Applicants with other qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Assessment and Grading

Each of the modules in the L4 Diploma in Business is assessed through the completion of assignment based work.

Assessment cycles take place in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Students will be provided with a timetable of assessment for their programme.

All assessments are carried out in English.

All assessments are intended to allow candidates to demonstrate that they have met the relevant learning outcomes.

Each module is awarded a mark of either pass, merit or distinction for successful candidates. A Pass is awarded for a mark of between 40 and 59. A Merit is awarded for a mark of between 60 and 69 and a Distinction is awarded for a mark of 70 and above. Candidates who obtain an overall unit mark of below 40 are classed as a fail in the unit/module and may undertake a resit. A final qualification mark will be awarded upon successful completion of all units. This is calculated by finding the average mark of all units that make up the qualification.

About NCC

NCC Education is a UK Awarding Body, active in the UK and internationally, with centres in over 40 countries. NCC Education develops qualifications regulated and quality assured by Ofqual (ofqual.gov.uk) in England. NCC strives to employ the latest technologies for learning, assessment and support.